According to news station KCRG, the city has taken on the responsibility of mowing lawns for buyout properties in a flood zone. So far, about 85 homes fall under that category, although more may come in the future.
However, Craig Hanson, a public works maintenance supervisor for Cedar Rapids, said neighbors shouldn't expect a pristine-looking lawn, as the city will use a more rough cut to trim down the grass.
"As buyout homes get demolished, city crews will remove fences and other obstacles and do a more thorough job of cutting grass and controlling weeds," the station said.
Flood problems have affected the Midwest for many years, and 2010 may be no different. Earlier this year, a forecast from the National Weather Service noted spring rains may led to more flooding in that region of the country, which could make both yard care and agricultural efforts difficult.
